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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-22 01:24 am

Follow Friday 8-22-25: Active Communities on Dreamwidth Summer 2025 A-I

These are active communities in Dreamwidth from Summer 2025. They include things I've posted, but only the active ones; the thematic posts also list dormant communities of interest. This list includes some communities that I've found and saved but haven't made it into thematic posts yet. This post covers A-I.

See my Follow Friday Master Post for more topics.

Highly active with multiple posts per day, daily posts, or too many to count easily
Active with (one, multiple, many) posts in (current or recent month)
Somewhat active (latest post within current year, not in last month or few)
Low traffic (latest post in previous year)
Dormant (latest post before previous year, but could be revived because membership is open and posting is open to all members or anyone)
Dead (not listed because there are no recent posts, plus membership and/or posting are moderated)
Note that some communities are only active during a limited time, or only have gather posts on a certain schedule.

Follow Friday 6-6-25: Active Communities on Dreamwidth Spring 2025 J-Z
Follow Friday 6-13-24: Hetalia
Follow Friday 6-20-25: Highlander
Follow Friday 6-27-25: Hiking
Follow Friday 7-4-25: Historical Fiction
Follow Friday 7-11-25: History
Follow Friday 7-18-25: Homestuck
Follow Friday 7-25-25: Horror
Follow Friday 8-1-25: House
Follow Friday 8-8-25: Icons
Follow Friday 8-15-25: Indie

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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-21 05:38 pm

Today's Adventures

Today we visited several places in Tuscola.

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Jay. ([personal profile] cirquels) wrote in [community profile] addme_fandom2025-08-21 06:08 pm

hey yall

 the name's jay.

an og LJ poster, moved here recently. missed the anonymity of it all.
i havent had to do my asl in so long, but im figuring the fact that i just called it asl tells you how old i am anyhow lol.

i live in the south, but i am not one of those kind of south people. i mostly just use yall a lot and say "hold my beer" sometimes. 

alright. fandoms. hm. i guess im pretty into the marvel universes. have been since the first iron man came out. never really got into the comics, for no reason but i just havent. (i do read comics, mostly manga or graphic novels if i do.) im in love with Loki. love his porpoise. love his soul. not really into tom hiddleston himself, but ill watch his movies. (also ive gotten really into Hel from norse mythology, which is who Hela was loosely "based" on - they changed almost everything about who Hel actually is, but thats another post all together.) the entirety of guardians of the galaxy is the best thing ever. the epcot ride is the epitome of perfect. god its so good. uh, my favorite author is neil gaiman. i think his works are very visual and simple. keeps my wandering mind focused.

other than that, im really into thinking. there is no box. there never has been. i enjoy conversations about ideas and constructs and ghosts and time and whatever else. im usually the 'weird friend' of the group they shake their head at and go "thats jay".

im the one at a party in the kitchen 9 beers deep holding a cat talking at strangers about why the watch in 'Somewhere In Time' never existed lol

in irl i am a DJ and host of event nights: trivia, name that tune, music bingo, and any kind of parties really. one of my favorites was a 70s/80s/90s dance party. the playlist was fire. i also just recently joined a local coverband. we play mostly 60s/70s funky dancey music. 

so. if you feel interested, add me (or i guess its call subscribe on here. which threw me off) and ill add you back.
more the merrier 

J.

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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-21 01:33 pm

Birdfeeding

Today is cloudy and mild.  :D

I fed the birds.  I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches.

I put out water for the birds.

EDIT 8/22/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.

EDIT 8/22/25 -- I did more work around the patio.

I am done for the night.
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Linky ([personal profile] linky) wrote in [community profile] girlgay2025-08-21 11:06 am
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Tokusatsu Femslash Prompt Meme

Flint and Magine looking at each other lovingly while holding hands. There is text in the upper left corner saying Tokusatsu Femslash Prompt Meme.

Description: A multimedia femslash prompt meme for all tokusatsu series and films. From Kamen Rider, Super Sentai, Power Rangers, Ultraman, Kaiju, Sukeban Deka, and even the most obscure Showa-Era toku out there you can think of. If it's in the tokusatsu genre, it's welcome!
Schedule: August 20th until October 31st.
Links: [community profile] tokufemslash | Prompt Meme Post | Comm Rules and Guidelines | Ao3 Collection | Squidgeworld Collection | Superlove Collection
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xmcu_fietro ([personal profile] xmcu_fietro) wrote in [community profile] addme_fandom2025-08-20 11:03 pm

hi!

Name: xmcu_fietro

Age group: 20's

Country: USA

Subscription/Access Policy: I'm so new to DW that I'm actually not 100% sure what this means, sorry!


Main Fandoms: X-Men movies (I'm super hyperfixated on Quicksilver, who my username references), Wandavision, Criminal Minds, My Chemical Romance

Other Fandoms: Doctor Who, Evanescence, Muse, BBC Sherlock, Moulin Rouge!, Percy Jackson, Arrested Development, Succession, Barry, IDK How But They Found Me, Pride and Prejudice, Autumn's Grey Solace, and lots of Broadway shows (Les Miserables, Heathers, etc).

I like to post about: I only have one post so far, but I'll probably post a mix of assorted fandom content and personal posts!

About Me/Other Info: I'm AuDHD and have dysautonomia and hypermobility, so sometimes I'll talk about that. Other interests that I have besides fandom stuff include psychology, philosophy, disability studies, sewing, drawing, writing (usually fanfiction), photography, gothic architecture/decor, fashion (especially styles like dark academia or anything that incorporates victorian elements), and playing electric bass.

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Asp ([personal profile] senmut) wrote2025-08-20 09:05 pm
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Thank Yous are all posted (I think)

If you recently supported my endeavor for a new phone, and did NOT see a ficlet you enjoyed from me this month, feel free to pop a private message my way to ask for something different.

and because I keep poor records during stress, if I overlooked you I am so so sorry, please message me
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Asp ([personal profile] senmut) wrote2025-08-20 07:57 pm

Doctor Who Ficlet

Envy Himself (150 words) by Sharpest_Asp
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: Doctor Who
Rating: General Audiences
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Twelfth Doctor/River Song
Characters: Twelfth Doctor, River Song
Additional Tags: Drabble and a Half, Introspection
Summary:

Twelve's thoughts as the final night is upon them



Envy Himself

From the moment he saw her, and she did not recognize him for who he was, his hearts had been in a knot. River Song, the woman that had defied so many temporal lies, become a scourge to certain parts of the galaxies… was nearing the end of her time.

The Doctor refused to let that flavor his last night with her, treating her to the delights she enjoyed, and savoring the heights of joy with her. When this night ended, she would go and save him, a few lives back, and the dance would begin for himself.

He envied that younger Time Lord what was to come. To experience River in all her moods, to feel alive because of her? It had been a needed thing for him to begin to put the past aside.

For now, envy had no place, as River kissed all of his thoughts away.

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Asp ([personal profile] senmut) wrote2025-08-20 07:53 pm

MCU Ficlet

Hold Still (150 words) by Sharpest_Asp
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: The Avengers [Marvel Movies]
Rating: General Audiences
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Clint Barton/Phil Coulson
Characters: Clint Barton | Hawkeye, Phil Coulson
Additional Tags: Drabble and a Half
Summary:

Phil knows he can and will do it. It's Clint.



Hold Still

"Hold very, very still."

Any other person saying that in Coulson's ear-piece would have induced some concerns. Too many agents of SHIELD were given to having more confidence in their skills than deserved, after all.

But this was Barton. Barton had never let him down when skill was needed. He kept himself still, a smile pasted on for the captor that hadn't been thorough in his pat-down.

"Why are you — "

The man didn't get to finish his trite question, as Coulson processed the breeze that had been the arrow millimeters from his own cheek in its course.

"Safe to move?"

"Wouldn't mind a hand in getting us out of this place, now you mention it," Barton said dryly. "You're buying dinner."

"I'll put it on Fury's expense account," Coulson promised, swiftly breaking the zip ties on his wrists and reacquiring his weaponry. "Steak?"

"Surf and turf."

"That's a deal, Barton."

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Asp ([personal profile] senmut) wrote2025-08-20 07:48 pm

X-Men MovieVerse Ficlet

His Eternal Partner (200 words) by Sharpest_Asp
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: X-Men Movieverse
Rating: General Audiences
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Erik Lehnsherr/Charles Xavier
Characters: Erik Lensherr | Magneto, Charles Xavier | Professor X
Additional Tags: Double Drabble, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence
Summary:

When Erik feels Charles fading, he goes



His Eternal Partner

The soft whisper in his mind was getting harder to hear.

That fact alone drew Erik out of his dreaming state, and up, into action.

For too many years, there had been strife between he and his truest partner.

It was time to end that.




The hold out of mutants in the ruins of the Mansion had not expected any relief. They had been in communication blackout when the attack began, had already lost some of their number.

To have every single weapon, tank, and aircraft suddenly pulled into a single pile of twisted metal was stunning, even sickening to the embattled students and teachers on some level, but ultimately, they wanted to live.

If that meant accepting Magneto as their savior, it was what it would be.




"You came."

"You were fading from me."

No one intruded. The ones who had been there longest understood this was for their mentors alone.

"You were, as ever, ruthless and hasty in your response."

"You, as always, my old friend, are a sanctimonious shill."

Slow smiles were shared, before Erik pressed his forehead to his beloved's.

"Never leave me again, Charles."

"I cannot promise, but perhaps we can find a middle path."

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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-20 03:25 pm

Affordable Housing

In this all-women tiny home neighborhood, rent starts at $450. Residents want it to be a nationwide blueprint

Robyn Yerian, 70, used to live in a two-bedroom tiny home that cost just $57,000.

In 2022, she was yearning for more connection — as well as some “passive income.”

So she took some money from her retirement savings, bought a 5-acre plot of land in Cumby, Texas, and is now the landlord and community leader of The Bird’s Nest, an all-women tiny home neighborhood home to 11 women ages 60 to 80
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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-20 03:08 pm

Birdfeeding

Today is cloudy and cooler. :D

I fed the birds. I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches.

I put out water for the birds.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I watered spaces to put the irises.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I planted a Dangerous Mood Bearded Iris (lavender standards with near-black falls) in the purple-and-white garden. I planted a Montmartre Bearded Iris (purple with yellow edges) and a Ziggy Reblooming Bearded Iris (yellow standards with burgundy-and-yellow streaked falls) under the maple tree.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I watered the newly planted irises.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I watered the old picnic table and the patio plants.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I watered the new picnic table and septic garden.

EDIT 8/20/25 -- I watered the telephone pole garden and some of the savanna plants.

Cicadas and crickets are singing. Fireflies are out.

As it is now dark, I am done for the night.
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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-20 01:42 pm

Read "The Bottle Wall" by Smokingboot

This is a lovely romantic fable about a widow who falls in love with a cloud-herder. 
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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-20 04:45 am
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Cuddle Party

Everyone needs contact comfort sometimes. Not everyone has ample opportunities for this in facetime. So here is a chance for a cuddle party in cyberspace. Virtual cuddling can help people feel better.

We have a
cuddle room that comes with fort cushions, fort frames, sheets for draping, and a weighted blanket. A nest full of colorful egg pillows sits in one corner. There is a basket of grooming brushes, hairbrushes, and styling combs. A bin holds textured pillows. There is a big basket of craft supplies along with art markers, coloring pages, and blank paper. The kitchen has a popcorn machine. Labels are available to mark dietary needs, recipe ingredients, and level of spiciness. Here is the bathroom, open to everyone. There is a lawn tent and an outdoor hot tub. Bathers should post a sign for nude or clothed activity. Come snuggle up!
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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-19 07:41 pm

Robotics

WARNING: Do not watch with mouth full.

Robots race, play football, crash and collapse at China's 'robot Olympics'

BEIJING, Aug 15 (Reuters) - China kicked off the three-day long World Humanoid Robot Games on Friday, looking to showcase its advances in artificial intelligence and robotics with 280 teams from 16 countries.
Robots competed in sports such as track and field, and table tennis, as well as tackled robot-specific challenges from sorting medicines and handling materials to cleaning services



Watching the evolution of robotics on a primitive planet is hilarious.



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ysabetwordsmith ([personal profile] ysabetwordsmith) wrote2025-08-19 07:44 pm
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Food

Build an Emergency Food Supply List

There are several ways to build an emergency food supply to stock a survival kit and a “bug out bag”. While you can purchase specialized food products or a self-contained emergency preparedness kit, these can be costly and wasteful.

Instead, you can simply assemble shelf-stable foods that you already buy or preserve at home. Many canned, dried, and pickled foods are quite suitable for use in an emergency kit
.


Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.

In particular, watch for sales.  Anytime you see a shelf-stable food that you use, consider buying extra if feasible.